From glorious mountains and pristine beaches to riveting archeological sites and the world’s highest highway, Pakistan has it all. Whether you are a history buff, an adventure seeker, or a Sufi lover, this beautiful country will impress you with its many facets.
It’s a big country, but with low-cost airlines like Airblue you can get around at a cheap price.
In this article, we discuss some of the must-visit places in Pakistan.
Lahore
Lahore, the capital of Punjab, is one of the most progressive and cosmopolitan cities in Pakistan and has continued to be the heart of Pakistan’s literary scene. Lahore has many beautiful and memorable places that tourists absolutely cannot miss. Here are our three favourite picks in Lahore.
Top Places to See in Lahore
Badshahi Mosque
Built by Aurangzeb, Badshahi Mosque or the Emperor’s Mosque is reminiscent of the breathtakingly beautiful Mughal architecture. People spend hours inside the mosque, admiring its art and craftsmanship, and familiarizing themselves with its long history.
Lahore Fort
The Lahore Fort served as the residence of Mughal Emperor, Akbar, and the capital of the Mughal empire in the 1580s. The fort houses within itself luscious gardens, majestic palaces, spectacular baths, and several beautiful fountains. If you think seeing the fort would require walking too much, know that you can hire a golf cart anytime you want.
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Wagah-Attari Border Ceremony
Wagah, famous for the Wagah-Attari Border Ceremony, is approximately 24 kilometres from Lahore. If you are in Lahore, you cannot miss the Wagah-Attari Border ceremony, which began in 1959 and symbolizes the rivalry as well as the co-operation between Pakistan and India. The ceremony is famous for goose marching and the patriotic performances put out by both countries. The flag-lowering ceremony happens before sunset.
Islamabad
Calm, green, and serene are some of the adjectives that aptly define the capital city of Pakistan. The city is also home to many beautiful parks and forests. Here are our top two picks in Islamabad.
Top Places to See in Islamabad
Margalla Hills
If you love nature, keep some time to visit Margalla Hills in Islamabad. A part of the lesser Himalayas, the Margalla Hills wrap within themselves numerous hiking trails and viewpoints, with Daman-e-Koh being the most famous and impressive one. The views of the city from this point are beyond breathtaking.
The Pakistan Monument
The Pakistan Monument is a petal-closed flower, with each of the bigger petals representing the four of Pakistan’s major provinces – Balochistan, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and Sindh and the smaller petals representing Pakistan’s territories – Azad Kashmir, government-controlled tribal areas, and Gilgit-Baltistan. It stands on a marble patio located in the Shakarparian forest-covered hills and is a must-visit.
Karachi
Karachi is the financial and business capital of Pakistan as well as the most populated city in the country. It’s famous for its architectural heritage, food and rich history. While Karachi is home to many important and beautiful tourists spots, our two picks would be the Mazar-e-Quaid and Mohatta Palace.
Top Places to See in Karachi
Mazar-e-Quaid
Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Quaid-e-Azam (Great Leader) and the founder of Pakistan, was buried at the Mazar-e-Quaid in 1948. People from around the country visit the tomb every year, making it one of the most visited places in Karachi. Liaquat Ali Khan, the first Prime Minister of Pakistan, and Fatima Jinnah, the sister of Mohammad Ali Jinnah, are also buried here.
Mohatta Palace
One of the most recognized landmarks of Karachi, the Mohatta Palace was designed by Agha Ahmed Hussain and served as the summer home of Shivratan Mohatta, a Marwari businessman. Its construction completed in 1927. Mohatta enjoyed the palace for two decades, but during the partition, he left for the new state of India. Today, locals and tourists from around the world flock the palace to admire its beauty.
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